I know it’s hard to believe but Fall is just around the corner (ack, I’m upset too!) – this also means that Nuit Blanche will be lighting up the city of Toronto!
Once again the Art of Fashion design competition event will be kicking off Nuit Blanche in style.
Designers from across Canada have the opportunity to compete for a prize package worth over $30,000! This prize package is designed to help launch a career in the Canadian fashion industry.
From the press release:
The 2012 competition theme is RAW. Contestants are encouraged to explore the core elements of fashion design with a back-to-basics focus on technique and unassuming details. From architectural tailoring to utilitarian beauty, RAW provokes stoic detailing and minimalism. 10 novel Canadian designers will be selected to bring their collections to life based on their interpretation of the “RAW” theme, and will compete for two titles: Most Promising Designer – decided on by an industry judging panel, and People’s Choice – voted on by the public.
So what’s in the prize pack?
The 2012 prize package includes a monetary grant, exclusive retail and media opportunities, and valuable memberships to art and design organizations, top prizes include:
- Cash prize of $1000
- Photography and professional lookbook compilation
- Public relations campaign in support of FW13 collection, by Keeshan PR
- Membership to FGI and complementary booth at FGI Sample Sale
- Two $500+ VIP conference passes to Creativ Festival
- Designer work space at The Work Room
- Garments will be sold at Black Daffodil and Bicyclette Boutique
… and more
If fashion design is your passion this is an AMAZING opportunity to get your work out there. Applications will be accepted until August 17th so don’t miss out! Check out the Art of Fashion event I attended last year also during Nuit Blanche in this post.
This year Nuit Blanche kicks off on September 29th. For more information on this event and how to enter visit the Art of Fashion website.